VOV.VN - The authorities of Hoan Kiem district have banned locals and vehicles from all routes leading to St Joseph’s Cathedral and limited gatherings in Hanoi’s Old Quarter during the capital’s upcoming Christmas celebrations.

VOV.VN - A Catholic parish located in District 8 of Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its colourful decorations each Christmas, although this year the site’s festive atmosphere has turned gloomy due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

VOV.VN - Many churches across the capital have put a limit on visitor numbers and plan to hold Christmas celebrations virtually this year during the country’s fight against COVID-19.

VOV.VN - Global tech giant Google has marked celebrations for Vietnamese Teachers’ Day by creating a unique doodle.

VOV.VN - A haul of giant pumpkins weighing dozens of kilos and costing several million VND are now available in markets in Hanoi in the buildup to this year’s Halloween celebrations.

VOV.VN - Toys and masquerade masks to mark this year’s Halloween celebrations are available on Hang Ma street in Hanoi, although there are fewer customers compared to previous years due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s 76th National Day (September 2) has solemnly been celebrated in many countries worldwide, including Russia, Egypt, France, Singapore and Switzerland.

VOV.VN - The Thai in the northern mountainous province of Son La organize a full-month celebration for a new-born baby with a simple ritual and minimal cost, but great cultural significance.

VOV.VN - The Cao Lan, one of two branches of the San Chay living in a number of northern mountain and midland provinces, often wear their traditional clothes to celebrate important life events, spring ceremonies, and festivals.

VOV.VN - The Thai ethnic minority in Vietnam’s northwestern region have a rich cuisine, and their buffalo meat is a must-try dish for visitors.